Whisper-filled offices: dictation apps reshape workplace etiquette
A Wall Street Journal feature examines the rise of dictation apps like Wispr, now integrated with vibe coding tools, and their impact on office culture. One VC likens startup offices to high-end call centers. Gusto co-founder Edward Kim predicts offices will sound like sales floors, admitting he only types when necessary but finds dictating awkward. AI entrepreneur Mollie Amkraut Mueller's husband grew annoyed by her whispering, leading to separate late-night work sessions. Wispr founder Tanay Kothari asserts this behavior will normalize, akin to phone staring.
Key facts
- Dictation apps like Wispr are rising in popularity.
- They can now be connected to vibe coding tools.
- One VC compared startup offices to high-end call centers.
- Gusto co-founder Edward Kim says offices will sound like sales floors.
- Kim only types when absolutely necessary.
- Kim finds dictating in the office awkward.
- Mollie Amkraut Mueller's husband was annoyed by her whispering.
- Wispr founder Tanay Kothari says whispering will become normal.
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- Wall Street Journal
- Gusto
- Wispr